Goa, Oct. 31 -- The Goa Under-17 Boys Football Team was accorded a farewell ceremony at Campal, Panaji, on October 30, ahead of its participation in the 70th National School Games 2026-27.

The farewell ceremony was held in the presence of Dr Ajay Gaude, Director of Sports and Youth Affairs (DSYA), Dr Vivek Pawar, Deputy Director, DSYA, Bruno Coutinho, Director of Coaching, Sports Authority of Goa (SAG), and other DSYA officials.

The Goa contingent comprises 18 players who will represent the state at the national-level football championship scheduled to be held from November 2 to 6, 2026, in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh.

The Goa U-17 Boys Football Team comprises:

The team will represent Goa at the championship, which brings together school-le...